Do you know there are things you can do to improve your chances of getting pregnant – and things to avoid? Dr. Jacqueline Cornell, OB-GYN with Akron Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine, answers common fertility-related questions. Before a couple starts actively trying to conceive, what things should they start to do to improve their odds? Some suggestions […]
Childbirth: Should I choose natural or get an epidural?
When you’re pregnant, it’s important to think about whether you want an unmedicated (natural) childbirth or get an epidural to reduce the pain. Dr. Jacqueline Cornell, OB-GYN with Akron Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine, shares her insight on both options. What is an epidural? An epidural is a type of regional anesthesia used to reduce pain during […]
Is it safe to drink caffeine when you’re pregnant?
A cup of coffee, or two, may be part of your daily routine. But now that you’re pregnant, should you avoid caffeine? Dr. Jacqueline Cornell, OB-GYN with Akron Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine, answers common questions about pregnancy and caffeine. Does caffeine directly affect a baby? If so, how? Yes, caffeine crosses the placenta and affects the […]
Pregnancy brain: Is that a real thing?
Most expectant moms have the usual signs of pregnancy: growing baby bumps, swollen ankles and glowing skin. But many are surprised that they feel a little foggy and forgetful, symptoms called “pregnancy brain.” Is pregnancy brain real? Pregnancy brain — sometimes called “momnesia” or “baby brain”— is a real thing. “Some health professionals prefer terms […]
